Seto Gumba (Druk Amitabha Mountain)
सेतो गुम्बा
A white Drukpa Kagyu monastery on a hilltop on the western side of the valley. Its white buildings and neat gardens offer views over all of Kathmandu and the distant snow peaks.
Seto Gumba was founded under the guidance of the Jigme Wangchuk Drukpa Rinpoche and is managed by nuns. It is known for its monastery buildings, stupas, and carefully tended gardens, and it is a popular photo spot in Kathmandu. It is usually open to the public only on Saturdays, and visits are not allowed at other times, so confirm the opening day before going. Entry is free, and modest dress is required. It is in Ramkot on the slope of Nagarjun Hill, about 8 km from Thamel, a 40-minute taxi ride. The last stretch of the road is steep.
Opening hours
Usually open Saturdays only, 09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Swayambhunath
- Kirtipur
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Thamel
- Kumari Ghar
- Asan Tole & Indra Chowk
- Garden of Dreams
- Dharahara